Fans on Reddit noted a "Boston Legal" reunion, as guest star Craig Bierko (Jeffrey Coho) and series lead James Spader (Alan Shore) appeared together in this episode.
While the episode focuses on the Chairman, it sets up the later reveal that someone was mimicking Mr. Kaplan’s signature phrase ("Dearie") to manipulate Red. [S9E12] The Chairman
is a high-stakes episode of The Blacklist that aired in March 2022. It centers on a uniquely modern threat: a dark web stock market where criminal organizations trade shares to stabilize their illicit empires. Key Plot Points & Subplots Fans on Reddit noted a "Boston Legal" reunion,
Reddington takes extreme measures to locate a hidden tracking device, a search that uncovers startling clues about the person who may have orchestrated Liz Keen’s death. is a high-stakes episode of The Blacklist that
The emotional weight of the investigation sends Ressler into a downward spiral, highlighting his ongoing personal challenges during Season 9.
Assistant Director Harold Cooper makes direct contact with the mysterious figure blackmailing him, further tightening the season's overarching mystery. Community Insights & Trivia
The Chairman (played by guest star Craig Bierko ) operates the "Chairman of the Board" system, which allows criminal groups to thrive by treating their illegal activities like corporate assets.